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Governor Katie Hobbs highlighted that Arizona is one of 12 states experiencing economic expansion, having created over 100,000 jobs under her tenure, despite challenges from trade wars and other policies creating uncertainty.

Governor Katie Hobbs emphasized the importance of working with anyone willing to come to the table with solutions, contrasting her approach with the extremist faction of Republicans who she says tried to push a disastrous situation in Arizona.

Andy Biggs, the Republican candidate for governor in Arizona, has controversially labeled Democrats as "political terrorists" and refuses to negotiate with them on healthcare issues. This stance raises questions about his approach to bipartisan cooperation and healthcare policy.

In Arizona's fifth congressional district, if Affordable Care Act subsidies are not extended, a couple currently paying $492 a month in premiums could see their costs triple to $1,481 a month. This poses a significant financial burden for families earning $82,000 a year.

Governors like Gavin Newsom and Michelle Lujan Grisham have shown that state-level action can lead to significant progress, such as banning prior authorizations for mental health and expanding healthcare.

Governor Katie Hobbs defended mail-in voting as a secure and efficient way to participate in elections, noting that about 75% of Arizonans use early voting, a system supported by both Republicans and Democrats in the past.

Governor Katie Hobbs vetoed a partisan budget that slashed services for Arizonans and instead pushed for a bipartisan balanced budget that invests in school meals for 68,000 kids, raises for state police and fire, and community college scholarships.

Governor Stitt argues that building houses for the homeless is not a practical solution as it attracts more people seeking free housing.